The Digital Research Library of Illinois History Journal™ : Naperville Kiddieland, Naperville, Illinois. (1956-ca.1975)

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Naperville Kiddieland, Naperville, Illinois. (1956-ca.1975)

Naperville Kiddieland was founded by Fred and Mary Schuermann on the southwest corner of Route 34 (Ogden Avenue) and East New York Street (Aurora Avenue).

They started with a small petting zoo and pony rides and eventually added other rides, such as a Wagner miniature steam train, a hand-cranked pedal-car track, and a rocket ride, along with some other carnival-type rides.

Naperville Kiddieland closed in the mid-1970s due to declining attendance. The property later became a golf driving range.

Compiled by Dr. Neil Gale, Ph.D.

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AnonymousSunday, March 10, 2024 at 1:02:00 AM CST
These are pictures of me (Kathy Keroson) and my brother (Kurt Keroson).
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AnonymousSunday, June 15, 2025 at 2:02:00 PM CDT
It also had a boats in a circular tub and a true steam engine train that went in a large circle.
I believe it closed in 64 . The owners of Sports Bowl opened an Arnold Palmer miniature golf and ensuing driving range.
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